Up in Smoke: Phil Murphy’s Vision of New Jersey’s Weed Economy Suffers Another Major Blow
The Cannabist Company plans to lay off 86 workers at its Vineland facility as it restructures through bankruptcy, marking another setback for New Jersey’s once-booming legal cannabis industry. Vineland, NJ – Just…
Female Cape May County teacher indicted for aggravated sexual assault of student
CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, N.J. — A Cape May County Grand Jury has indicted a local elementary school teacher on multiple charges related to an alleged sexual relationship with a student, authorities…
Severe weather forces cancellation of Burlington Cruise Night and Concert
BURLINGTON, N.J. — Thursday evening’s scheduled “Cruzin on the River” Car & Motorcycle Cruise Night and Concert has been postponed due to severe weather, according to the City of Burlington and the…
Eleven victims file lawsuits over alleged abuse at New Jersey Youth Detention Center
CAMDEN, N.J. — Eleven survivors who say they were sexually abused as children while confined at the Camden County Youth Detention Center have filed lawsuits against Camden County, alleging the county failed…
Heat wave expected to boost New Jersey shore crowds after three rainy weekends
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — After three consecutive weekends of rain dampened shore tourism, New Jersey beach towns are finally bracing for a major turnout as a prolonged heat wave is expected to…
Hot rods and crafts return to NAS Wildwood Aviation Museum on June 28
LOWER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Naval Air Station Wildwood (NASW) Aviation Museum will host its annual Wings & Things Arts & Crafts Festival featuring Hot Rods at the Hangar on Saturday, June…
Rain showers aid firefighters with 5,000 acre blaze in South Jersey
SHAMONG TWP., N.J. — Crews with the New Jersey Forest Fire Service are making progress containing a wildfire burning in Wharton State Forest near the Carranza Memorial in Burlington County. As of…
Burlington police K-9 Dutch recovering after tail surgery
BURLINGTON, Vt. — The Burlington Police Department announced that one of its K-9 officers, Dutch, is recovering after undergoing surgery on his tail. In a statement shared Thursday, the department said, “Please…
Whale Watching in Cape May: Nature’s Spectacle on the Jersey Shore
Nestled at the southern tip of New Jersey, Cape May offers more than its iconic Victorian architecture and beautiful beaches — it’s also one of the finest whale watching destinations on the…
Shore town discusses plan to disband police department entirely
CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, NJ — The Borough of West Wildwood is weighing the possibility of disbanding its police department entirely following months of severe staffing shortages, according to Cape May County…
Monday Morning Commute: Wet Roads, Rain, and Delays Kick Off New Jersey Work Week
UNION, N.J. — Morning traffic across New Jersey saw multiple incidents and delays Monday, including crashes and lane closures affecting major highways and commuter routes, according to the state’s 511 traffic system.…
Police seek suspect who exposed himself to juvenile at South Jersey Marshalls store
EVESHAM, N.J. — Authorities are investigating two separate incidents of lewdness at a Marshalls retail store in Evesham Township after a man reportedly exposed himself to multiple customers, including a juvenile. According…
Newark woman pleads guilty to armed bank robbery in Princeton
CAMDEN, N.J. — A Newark woman has pleaded guilty to robbing a Princeton bank at gunpoint and stealing more than $60,000, federal prosecutors announced Monday. Ciara Brascom, 38, entered the guilty plea…
EZ-Pass scam targeting New Jersey residents, police report multiple victims
TRENTON, N.J. — State officials are warning New Jersey residents about a new SMiShing scam involving fraudulent text messages that impersonate the state’s Motor Vehicle Commission and EZ-Pass. According to recent reports,…
New Jersey cops rescue armed man from fire during mental health crisis
MONROE TWP., N.J. — Three Monroe Township police officers pulled a man from a burning bedroom during a mental health crisis on May 17, despite threats of violence and visible flames inside…
Seaside Park vs. Seaside Heights: A Tale of Two Neighboring Towns with Very Different Vibes
Nestled along the Jersey Shore, just a mile apart, Seaside Park and Seaside Heights couldn’t be more different despite their proximity. One is a serene haven for families, the other a vibrant…
Cape May lifeguards on duty at 10 beaches for Memorial Day weekend
CAPE MAY, N.J. — Cape May Beach Patrol will station lifeguards at 10 designated beaches from Saturday through Monday for the Memorial Day weekend, marking the unofficial start of summer at the…
Teen threatened ex-girlfriend and her mother with loaded gun at the Jersey Shore
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – A 17-year-old male was arrested by Atlantic City Police after allegedly threatening to shoot his ex-girlfriend and her mother while in possession of a loaded handgun. On Wednesday…
Crash shuts down Route 70 ahead of morning rush
CHERRY HILL, N.J. — A motor vehicle crash early Monday morning has closed all westbound lanes and one eastbound lane of Route 70 near Hampton Boulevard, prompting delays and detours in the…
Tornado warning issued for parts of southern New Jersey
MOUNT HOLLY, NJ — The National Weather Service issued a tornado warning Friday afternoon for multiple counties in southern New Jersey as severe storms moved through the region. At 12:52 p.m. EDT,…
New Jersey couple imprisoned teen girls for years, locked in dog crate
GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A man and woman have been charged in Gloucester Township after an 18-year-old woman told authorities she had been confined and abused in their home for years, according…
